MTSU's new-look receiving corps offers many options

No clear-cut No. 1 among returning, new players

1:52 AM,
Mar. 26, 2013

MTSU receiver Tavarres Jefferson

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Middle Tennessee State's receiving corps is in transition, and perhaps no position shows that more than the Y-receiver spot.

Fifth-year senior Tavarres Jefferson, a former Ensworth standout, is the starter there in spring practice after returning from a season off because of a lingering leg injury. His 85 career catches are a team high. His compact 5-foot-9, 206-pound frame looks like that of a soft-handed fullback.

Behind Jefferson stands 6-5, 221-pound Terry Pettis. The long, athletically gifted former tight end has no college game experience. His best highlight is making the most ...